IceHawks grounded by division leaders

IceHawks grounded by division leaders

The IceHawks’ longest winning streak in four years came to abrupt end this weekend, with decisive losses to a pair of division front-runners.

In fact Milton needed a goal by Shane Bennett with seven-and-a-half minutes remaining at St. Michaels Sunday afternoon to avoid a complete weekend whitewash, having been shutout over the previous five-plus periods.

Tied with Oakville atop the South Division, the Buzzers scored within the first half-minute and prevailed 6-1, out-shooting their guests 46-27.

Josh Pace set up Bennett’s team-leading 18th goal of the season.

At Memorial Arena Friday, the IceHawks saw their four-game win streak snapped with an 8-0 humbling at the hands of West Division-leading Buffalo.

The Jr. Sabres scored three powerplay goals in the blowout, while shots favoured them 48-23.

Justin Urquhart was in net for both Milton losses.

Now 10-15, the IceHawks will look to get back on track this coming Friday, when they host Toronto Lakeshore. Game time, as always, is 7:30 p.m.